Description
Crispy Cheesy Refried Bean Tacos are a simple and satisfying vegetarian dish made with refried beans, melted cheese, and crispy pan-fried tortillas, perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or easy lunch.
Ingredients
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- 8 small corn tortillas
- 1 1/2 cups refried beans (canned or homemade)
- 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar or Mexican blend cheese
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1/2 tsp chili powder
- 1/2 tsp cumin
- Salt to taste
- Optional toppings: shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, sour cream, salsa, sliced jalapeños, chopped cilantro
Instructions
- In a small saucepan, heat the refried beans over low heat. Stir in chili powder, cumin, and salt to taste. Keep warm.
- Heat a large nonstick skillet over medium heat and add a thin layer of vegetable oil.
- Place a tortilla in the skillet and spread a few spoonfuls of refried beans on one half of the tortilla. Sprinkle with cheese and fold in half.
- Cook for 2-3 minutes per side, pressing down slightly with a spatula, until the tortilla is golden and crispy and the cheese is melted.
- Repeat with remaining tortillas, adding more oil to the skillet as needed.
- Serve hot with desired toppings.
Notes
- For extra flavor, add sautéed onions or green chiles to the refried beans.
- Use flour tortillas if preferred, but corn gives a crispier finish.
- To make it vegan, use plant-based cheese and oil-based refried beans.
- Great served with guacamole or a fresh side salad.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tacos
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 25mg